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Founded by Sophie and Emily in 2023.

RISE is built on a passion for performance and a commitment to helping every student build skills, confidence, and lifelong memories.

Meet The Teachers

  • Miss Sophie

    Co-Founder

    Sophie studied Professional Musical Theatre at Liverpool Theatre School where she gained her diploma and her distinctive knowledge in Singing, Dancing and Acting.

    She went on to complete her BA Hons Degree in Performance studies with Guildford School of Acting.

    Sophie trained in New York to join Holland America Lines cast as their Singer Dancer with RWS and then went on to travel the world with high class cruise liners, appearing as both a lead vocalist and feature Dancer. Since graduating Sophie has also appeared in many productions and pantomimes across the country.

    You will now find Sophie teaching Dance and Musical Theatre here at RISE and at colleges across the North West. Sophie Continues to Choreograph and Cast for tours and shows and runs her events & entertainment company.

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    Miss Emily

    Co-Founder

    Emily is a passionate dance and wellness educator who studied Contemporary Dance at university, before deepening her practice through yoga training in India. 

    She founded Lunar Ballet Company, a baby ballet school designed for children aged 4 months to reception age, nurturing a love of movement from the earliest years. 

    As her young ballerinas grew, Emily co-created RISE alongside Sophie - a follow-on school that supports students as they continue their dance journey through childhood and into their teens. 

    Alongside Lunar Ballet and RISE, Emily co-owns a wellness retreat company, The Wellness Tribe, which blends her love for movement, mindfulness, and connection.

    The combination of all three companies is a perfect balance - which reflects Emily’s passion for lifelong creativity and wellbeing.

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    Miss Beth

    Beth is a passionate Dance Teacher and Musical Theatre Performer. She trained at Liverpool Theatre School, graduating with a Level 6 Diploma in Professional Musical Theatre, and brings that same professional-level energy and enthusiasm into every class she teaches.

    With a strong foundation in Dance, Acting, and Singing, Beth specializes in introducing little ones to the world of musical theatre and helping older students refine their performance skills.

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    Miss Becca

    Becca began her dance journey at the age of 2½ at Ormskirk School of Dance, training in ballet, tap, modern and commercial styles. At 17, she continued her education at Merseyside Dance and Drama Centre in Liverpool, where she studied Dance and Performance, and completed her teaching qualification.

    Becca has extensive experience teaching Dance & Acro and is passionate about sharing her love of dance and helping students develop both their technique and confidence in a supportive, creative environment.

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    Miss Liss

    Liss completed the 200 hours of yoga qualification in India, learning the true meaning of Namaste. Liss incorporates the skills needed for yoga into her love of Acro Dance. What Liss finds the most rewarding is to see RISERS build friendships, support one another and celebrate their progress together.

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Our Studio

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RISE School of Dance & Theatre Arts is nestled within the beautiful Hurlston Hall Estate, a stunning 200-acre countryside haven on Lancashire’s scenic ‘Golf Coast’. Our studio enjoys the calm and inspiration of this family-owned estate, blending a welcoming, friendly atmosphere with the charm of surrounding leisure and natural beauty.

With access to amenities like the Leisure Club, award-winning golf course, and The Scullery Restaurant, we provide a unique and nurturing environment where children aged 5 to 11 can grow in confidence, wellness and creativity through dance, musical theatre, acro, and yoga. At RISE, every class is a joyful step towards discovery, set against the breathtaking backdrop of this remarkable estate.

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